History A-Level
tercio
What tercio means in History A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of tercio
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
A combined-arms formation mixing pikes, shot and supporting cavalry, created by Gonzalo de Córdoba.
Topics that use tercio
- Paper 3, Option 32: The Golden Age of Spain, 1474–1598 - 2 Changing military and financial power (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
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